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Universal

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Cultural SignificancePlay
Understand that 'universal' can indicate ideas or concepts valued across different cultures. SlideThe pursuit of happiness is a universal wish.
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Not Always LiteralPlay
'Universal' may be used figuratively to express a very widespread occurrence without being literally true. SlideSmartphones have become a universal feature of modern life.